Grit Blaster A

Samuel, Son & Co.•Lebanon, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business – enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change – within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you’re seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We’re stronger together. At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone. This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify. Samuel Pressure Vessel Group is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of pressure vessel solutions. We offer a wide range of capabilities in fabricating stock, custom & engineered-to-order vessel designs. Whether you need an ongoing supply program for small standard vessels or have a one-time requirement for large engineered-to-spec pressure vessels, our experienced team is ready to assist you.

Requirements

Ability to work will in a fast paced environment to meet team expectations.
Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.
Must have a basic understanding of computers.
Must have reading, writing and simple math skills.
Must be able to read blue prints.
Must have either a High School diploma, GED, or at least 1 year working experience in an industrial based environment.

Responsibilities

Associates to perform all safety checks at the start of their shift on all cranes and tools and document this as necessary. Continue to perform safety checks throughout the shift.
Stripping of materials using grit, or Aluminum Oxide to tanks and other parts by directing flow of grit on metal parts to remove sand, rust and dirt.
Varies concentration of grit or aluminum oxide and selects appropriate pressure to obtain required surface finish.
Applies masking materials to protect areas not to be grit blasted and screw in plugs to protect threads.
Keeps equipment clean to insure proper operation.
Removal of exhausted Grit or Aluminum Oxide from blasting room.
Associates drive and transfer material into the blast area
Must be able to learn how to use tools, fixtures and machinery required in the area.
Clean and organize area at the end of the shift
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction and procedure manuals.
Material handling – safe operating of cranes, hoists, and forklifts as needed. Also successfully complete any training/safety program relating to the operation of the equipment.
Must be able to enter tanks through man way.